Yes, The Shores Restaurant offers a bar that is ready to serve you from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sundays
through Wednesdays and from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Thursdays through Saturdays. Join us for Happy
Hour on Monday through Thursday between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m.
menus
dine with ocean views
Step straight from the sand to Shores Restaurant for various fresh seafood and a sustainable, California coastal-inspired menu that will satiate your palate. Enjoy panoramic views of La Jolla Shores and the Pacific Ocean as your backdrop.
Mother’s Day
Brunch Buffet
10 am – 3 pm
$89 per person l $120 with free-flowing sparkling wine l $45 for children
Beverages, tax, and gratuity are not included.
v – vegetarian l vn – vegan l gf – gluten free
Bakeshop
Honey Raisin Muffin (v)
Chocolate Almond Croissant (v)
Orange Chocolate Scone
Blackberry Banana Nut Muffin (v)
Fruit-Filled Danish (v)
Sweet Butter (v, gf)
Fruit & Parfait Bar
Carved Melons (vn, gf)
Coconut Chia Seed Overnight Oats
mango, toasted coconut
Local Berries (vn, gf)
House-Made Granola (vn,gf)
assorted toasted nuts, flax, chia, & hemp seeds, toasted pepitas, roasted sunflower seeds, Temecula Valley honey & Mexican agave nectar
Brunch Favorites
Scrambled Eggs (v, gf)
cheese blend, charred tomato salsa
Honey Cured Bacon
Crepe Blintz
ricotta cheese, toasted almonds, maple syrup, assortment of Jackie’s jams
Garden Vegetable Frittata (v, gf)
marinated feta cheese
Pork Sausage Link
Potato Leek Soup (gf)
crisp bacon, frizzled leeks
Omelet Action Station
Base
Whole Egg, Egg White, and Plant-Based
Mix-ins, Toppings
crumbled bacon, pork sausage, ham steak, bay shrimp, mushroom, bell pepper, scallion, tomato, baby spinach, asparagus, shredded cheese blend, swiss cheese, pepper jack cheese, charred tomato salsa, crushed avocado, assorted hot sauces
Hand-Carved
Florentine Chicken Roulade (gf)
spinach-feta filling, pan jus
Roasted Filet Mignon
porcini mushroom crust, port wine reduction, challah buns
Hot Buffet
Baked Alaskan Halibut (gf)
white wine ver jus, caprese gremolata
Roasted Mushrooms (v,gf)
polenta croutons, béarnaise yogurt
Butternut Squash (vn,gf)
preserved lemon gravy, minted walnut crumb
Whipped White Rose Potatoes (v, gf)
essence of truffle, parmesan cheese
Hummus Meze & Artisanal Cheese
Traditional, Sweet Pea, and Roasted Beet Hummus
assorted fresh vegetables, pickled vegetables, olives, grilled garlic naan, crisp lavash, dukkha spice, ev olive oil
Double Cream Brie, Point Reyes Aged Blue, Bandaged Cheddar
fig compote, ground honey mustard, assorted nuts, dried fruit, crostini, French baguettes, rustic bread
Chilled Seafood
Smoked Salmon
pickled onion, dill cream cheese, capers, sliced tomato, lemon,
petite bagels
Snow Crab Claws (gf)
mustard aioli, fresh lemon
Poached Cocktail Shrimp (gf)
horseradish cocktail sauce, lemon oil
Ahi Poke (gf)
sweet onions, tamari sauce, sesame oil, macadamia nuts, scallion
Garden
Strawberry Endive Salad (v,gf)
fresh mozzarella cheese, edible flowers, candied walnuts
Frisée & Arugula (v,gf)
pomegranate, goat cheese, grapes, caramelized pistachio, citrus vinaigrette
Grilled Asparagus (v,gf)
feta, cucumber, cherry tomato, mint
Pasta Action Station
Five Cheese Spotted Heart Ravioli
lobster cream sauce, basil pesto, tomato marinara sauce, grated pecorino cheese, crushed chili flake
Sweet Shop
Peach Cobbler (v)
drop biscuit crumb, vanilla creme
Chocolate Mirror Cake (v,gf)
gluten-free chocolate cake, chocolate mousse, chocolate glaze, chocolate crumble
Key Lime Pie (v)
graham cracker crust Florida key lime juice, whipped cream
Dessert Shots (v)
peaches and cream, strawberries and cream, cookies and cream
Chocolate Dipped Macaroons (v, gf)
Assortment of Small Bite Sweets
Children’s Cove
Warm Monkey Bread (v)
honey bee syrup
Crispy Chicken Nuggets
barbeque sauce
Hot Dog Sliders
potato bun, ketchup, mustard
Small Bite Brownies (v)
Eggs and Cheese Scramble (gf)
Seashell Mac & Cheese (v)
Crinkle Cut French Fries (v,gf)
Peanut Butter & Jelly Dessert Shooters (v)
Breakfast
Available Daily 7 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Pantry
Pastries
Butter Croissant, Blueberry Muffin, Cranberry Orange Muffin, Apple Danish, Cherry Turnover, Banana Pecan Bread
Classic Buttermilk Pancakes
syrup, butter
Seasonal Fruit Parfait
granola, coconut, flax seed, greek yogurt
Smoked Salmon
pickled onions, tomato, capers, cream cheese, bagel
Hot Breakfast
Two Eggs Any Style
bacon, ham or sausage, hashbrowns, choice of toast, butter, jam
Farmstead Omelet
ham, tomato, spinach, mushroom, cheddar, hashbrowns, choice of toast, butter, jam
Baja Breakfast Burrito
scrambled eggs, hashbrowns, salsa fresca, mexican cheeses, black beans, guacamole, tomatillo salsa, served with a side of fruit
Huevos Rancheros
two eggs, corn tortillas, beans, rice, queso, ranchero sauce
Scrambled Egg Chilaquiles
tortilla chips, chorizo, avocado, tomatillo, queso fresco
Sides
bacon, maple pork sausage, ham, hash browns, bagel with cream cheese, toast with jam, fresh fruit bowl, sliced banana, greek yogurt, cottage cheese
Beverages
Fruit Juices
orange, grapefruit, pineapple, apple
Fonte Coffee
regular or decaf
Cappuccino, Latte, Americano
regular or decaf
Espresso
Assorted Teas
Weekend Brunch
Saturdays & Sundays 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
To Share
Loaded Asada Fries
carne asada, mexican cheeses, salsa fresca, garlic ancho aioli, crema, jalapeños, green onion
Ceviche Mixto Tostada (GF)
shrimp, fish, cilantro, lime, cucumber, avocado, jalapeño aioli, serrano chile
Chips and Guacamole (GF,V)
avocados, cilantro, lime, jalapeño, red onion
Brunch
Lobster Benedict
open face croissant, chipotle hollandaise
Sunrise Burger
1/4 pound burger, american cheese, jalapeño bacon, sunny side up egg
Steak and Eggs (GF)
hanger steak, eggs of any style, seasonal vegetables, rosemary potatoes
Baja Fish Tacos
avocado crema, mango slaw, crispy fried seabass, corn tortilla, red rice, black beans
Avocado Toast (V)
roasted garlic, mashed avocado, arugula, queso fresco, jalapeno lime & cherry tomato ciabatta bread
add-on: smoked salmon
Triple Decker Club
roasted turkey, avocado, bacon, provolone, lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise, whole wheat bread, fries
Bananas Foster French Toast (V)
vanilla dipped challah bread, pirate rum, maple syrup
Crab & Avocado Omelet (GF)
alfalfa sprouts, jack cheese, hollandaise
Scrambled Egg Chilaquiles (GF)
tortilla chips, chorizo, avocado, tomatillo, queso fresco
Beer Battered Shrimp Tacos
battered shrimp, salsa roja, cabbage slaw, ancho aioli, pico de gallo, pickled onion
SoCal Crab Sandwich
softshell crab, crab salad, baked pancetta, lettuce, tomato, aji amarillo sauce
Salads & Bowls
Chipotle Caesar Salad (v)
romano cheese, sundried tomato, garlic chips, lemon preserve, parmesan garlic croutons, anchovies, chipotle caesar dressing
add-ons: chicken, shrimp, steak
Soup De La Dia
seasonal chef’s choice
Shores Chopped Salad Tostada (gf,v)
roasted corn relish, salsa fresca, cotija cheese, black beans, corn tostada, coriander dressing
add-ons: chicken, shrimp, steak
Breakfast Libations
Shores Pickled Bloody Mary
vodka, pickle juice, shores bloody mary mix
Michelada
baja style lager, shores bloody mary mix, lime juice, tajin rim
Carajillo Cove
anejo tequila, licor 43, espresso, baileys, chocolate liqueur
Shores Sunrise
rum, aperol, coconut, lemon, orange, pineapple, strawberry
All Day Cocktails
Tiki Tiki
spiced rum, amaretto, pineapple, cranberry
Shores Sunrise
rum, aperol, coconut, lemon, orange, pineapple, strawberry
Caddy Ranch Water
casamigos blanco, grand marnier, lime, topo chico
New Fashion
sage-infused bourbon, banana, orange, angostura bitters
Shores Picked Bloody Mary
vodka, pickle juice, shores bloody mary mix
Smokin Sunset Margarita
mezcal, lime, passionfruit, cherry, fee foam
Under the Sea Margarita
blanco tequila, mezcal, hibiscus, lime
La Jolla Lemonade
gin, limoncello, lemon, mint, basil
Baja Beach Buzz
reposado, ancho reyes, coffee, maple, chocolate bitters
Oaxacan Old Fashion
reposado, mezcal, mole bitters, agave
Carajillo Cove
anejo tequila, licor 43, espresso, baileys, chocolate
Shores Margarita
strawberry, passionfruit, mango, prickly pear, spicy
The Green Room Margarita
mezcal, grand mariner, lime, cucumber, jalapeno
Beer Selection
Craft Drafts
Level Line, West Coast Pale Ale, Topa Topa
Chasing Citra IPA, Resident Brewing
Orange Avenue Wit, Coronado Brewing
Barrio Lager, Thorn Brewing, Baja Style Lager
Stella Artois, European Pale Lager
Modelo, Grupo Modelo
Rotating Beer Tap, Local Brewery
Rotating Local Non-Alcoholic Beer
Bottled Beer
Miller Light, Pilsner, USA
Heineken, Pale Lager, Holland
Bud Light, Lager, USA
Budweiser, Lager, USA
Corona, Lager, Mexico
Amstel Light, Lager, Holland
Guinness, Stout, Ireland
Wine Selection
Bubbles GL / BTL
NV Prosecco, Avissi
NV Sparkling Rosé, Domain Chandon
Whites GL / BTL
Sauvignon Blanc, Daou
Pinot Grigio, Pighin
Chardonnay, Grayson Cellars
Chardonnay, Duckhorn Migration, Sonoma Coast
Rose GL / BTL
Rosé, Bieler Pere & Fils, “Sabine”, Provence, FR
Reds GL / BTL
Pinot Noir, Cambria, Julia’s Vineyard
Cabernet Sauvignon, Grayson Cellars
Cabernet Sauvignon, Justin Vineyards, Paso Robles
Tempranillo, El Jefe “Grande,” Spain
Kids’ Favorites
Chocolate Chip Pancakes
Cheeseburger
Macaroni and Cheese
Chicken Tenders
Cheese Pizza
Desserts
Coconut Flan (GF)
Churros and Ice Cream
Sorbet Trio
Mudd Pie
Lunch
Monday – Friday 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
To-Go orders may be placed by calling 858.456.0600.
Snacks & Ceviche
Loaded Asada Fries
carne asada, mexican cheeses, salsa fresca, garlic ancho aioli, crema, jalapeños, green onion
Chips and Guacamole (gf,v)
avocados, cilantro, lime, jalapeño, red onion
Baja Shrimp Cocktail (gf)
avocado, cucumber, jalapeno, mango, onion, shrimp, lemon, house-made tortilla chips
Quesadilla
mexican cheeses, guacamole, ancho aioli, salsa macha
add-ons: steak, shrimp, chicken, or vegetables
Ceviche Mixto Tostada (gf)
shrimp, fish, cilantro, lime, cucumber, avocado, jalapeño aioli, serrano chile
Salads & Bowls
Baja Bowls
cilantro lime rice, black beans, guacamole, pickled onions, cotija cheese, lime, salsa fresca
add-ons: grilled chicken, chile-lime shrimp, carne asada, roasted vegetables
Chipotle Caesar Salad (v)
romano cheese, sundried tomatoes, garlic chips, lemon preserve, croutons, anchovies, chipotle caesar dressing
add-ons: chicken, shrimp, steak
Shores Chopped Salad Tostada (gf,v)
corn relish, salsa fresca, cotija cheese, black beans, corn tostada, coriander dressing
add-ons: chicken, shrimp, steak
Soup Del Dia
chef seasonal choice
Burgers + Tacos + Sandwiches + Burritos
Poblano Chicken Sandwich
saint andré cheese, jalapeño bacon, roasted poblano, caramelized onions, avocado, aioli, fries
Triple Decker Club
roasted turkey, avocado, bacon, provolone, lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise, whole wheat bread, fries
Baja Fish Tacos
avocado crèma, mango slaw, crispy fried seabass, corn tortilla, red rice, black beans
Cali Burrito
carne asada, guacamole, fries, mexican cheeses, chipotle aioli, salsa fresca
Surf & Turf Burrito
black beans, red rice, guacamole, blackened shrimp, mexican cheeses, salsa fresca, skirt steak
Shores Beach Burger
double patties, american cheese, lettuce, tomato, shores burger sauce, fries
Open-Faced Swordfish Sandwich
blackened local swordfish, spicy tartar sauce, avocado, lettuce, tomato, bacon, bbq sauce, focaccia bread, fries
Beer Battered Shrimp Tacos
battered shrimp, salsa roja, cabbage slaw, ancho aioli, pico de gallo, pickled onion
Asada Tacos
cumin marinated skirt steak, onions and cilantro, tomatillo avocado sauce, roasted salsa
Kids’ Favorites
Cheeseburger
Macaroni and Cheese
Chicken Tenders
Cheese Pizza
Desserts
Coconut Flan (gf)
Churros and Ice Cream
Sorbet Trio
Mudd Pie
Dinner
Served Daily 4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Snacks & Ceviche
Chips and Guacamole (gf,v)
avocados, cilantro, lime, jalapeño, red onion
Ceviche Mixto Tostada (gf)
shrimp, fish, cilantro, lime, cucumber, avocado, jalapeño aioli, serrano chile
Baja Shrimp Cocktail (gf)
avocado, cucumber, jalapeno, mango, onion, shrimp, lemon, house-made tortilla chips
Carlsbad Black Mussels
ancho chiles, chorizo, roasted garlic, anejo tequila, lime, ciabatta
Ahi Tuna Tiradito (gf)
tuna crudo, aji amarillo, agave citrus, taro root chip, cilantro, radish
Grilled Adobo Octopus
purple cauliflower puree, prosciutto, caramelized onion, mashed fingerling potato, jalapeno crema
Salads & Bowls
Shores Chopped Salad Tostada (gf,v)
corn relish, salsa fresca, cotija cheese, black beans, corn tostada, coriander dressing
add-ons: grilled achiote chicken, chile-lime shrimp, carne asada
Soup Del Dia
chef seasonal choice
Chipotle Caesar Salad (v)
romano cheese, sundried tomatoes, garlic chips, lemon preserve, parmesan garlic croutons, anchovies, chipotle caesar dressing
add-ons: chicken, shrimp, steak
Signatures
Baja Style Cioppino
seafood, garlic, ancho tequila broth
Birria Short Ribs (gf)
corn puree, birria broth, vegetables, crispy prosciutto
Pan-Roasted Salmon (gf)
salmon, creamy polenta, corn succotash, cherry tomato, spinach, ranchero tomato sauce
Tequila Citrus Chicken
half chicken, roasted peppers, black beans, red rice, pickled vegetables, flour tortillas
Chili Rubbed Ribeye
cilantro garlic butter, chipotle chilaquiles, chimichurri
Valle Swordfish (gf)
blackened swordfish, cilantro cream sauce, escabeche, lime rice
Baja Fish Trio (gf)
grilled swordfish, blackened ahi tuna, pan-seared seabass, cilantro potato mash, mango habanero chutney, roasted cauliflower, blistered tomatoes, beurre blanc
Grilled Fish Taco Plate – 3 tacos
grilled sea bass, mango habanero, relish, avocado crema, pickled onion, purple corn tortillas
Kids’ Favorites
Cheeseburger
Macaroni and Cheese
Chicken Tenders
Cheese Pizza
Desserts
Coconut Flan
Churros and Ice Cream
Sorbet Trio
Mudd Pie
Bar & Cocktail
Hours:
Sunday – Thursday 7:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Friday – Saturday 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Cocktails
Tiki Tiki
spiced rum, amaretto, pineapple, cranberry
Shores Sunrise
rum, aperol, coconut, lemon, orange, pineapple, strawberry
Caddy Ranch Water
casamigos blanco, grand marnier, lime, topo chico
New Fashion
sage-infused bourbon, banana, orange, angostura bitters
Shores Picked Bloody Mary
vodka, pickle juice, shores bloody mary mix
Smokin Sunset Margarita
mezcal, lime, passionfruit, cherry, fee foam
Under the Sea Margarita
blanco tequila, mezcal, hibiscus, lime
La Jolla Lemonade
gin, limoncello, lemon, mint, basil
Baja Beach Buzz
reposado, ancho reyes, coffee, maple, chocolate bitters
Oaxacan Old Fashion
reposado, mezcal, mole bitters, agave
Carajillo Cove
anejo tequila, licor 43, espresso, baileys, chocolate
Shores Margarita
strawberry, passionfruit, mango, prickly pear, spicy
The Green Room Margarita
mezcal, grand mariner, lime, cucumber, jalapeno
Wine Selection
Bubbles GL / BTL
NV Prosecco, Avissi
NV Sparkling Rosé, Domain Chandon
Whites GL / BTL
Sauvignon Blanc, Daou
Pinot Grigio, Pighin
Chardonnay, Grayson Cellars
Chardonnay, Duckhorn Migration, Sanoma Coast
Rose GL / BTL
Rosé, Bieler Pere & Fils, “Sabine”, Provence, FR
Reds GL / BTL
Pinot Noir, Cambria, Julia’s Vineyard
Cabernet Sauvignon, Grayson Cellars
Cabernet Sauvignon, Justin Vineyards, Paso Robles
Tempranillo, El Jefe “Grande”, Spain
Beer Selection
Craft Drafts
Level Line, West Coast Pale Ale, Topa Topa
Chasing Citra IPA, Resident Brewing
Orange Avenue Wit, Coronado Brewing
Barrio Lager, Thorn Brewing, Baja Style Lager
Stella Artois, European Pale Lager
Modelo, Grupo Modelo
Rotating Beer Tap, Local Brewery
Bottled Beer
Miller Light, Pilsner, USA
Heineken, Pale Lager, Holland
Bud Light, Lager, USA
Budweiser, Lager, USA
Corona, Lager, Mexico
Amstel Light, Lager, Holland
Guinness, Stout, Ireland
Rotating Local Non-Alcoholic Beer
Happy Hour Bites – Join us for Happy Hour on the Patio
Monday-Thursday from 2 to 5 p.m.
Happy Hour Bites and Libations are not available to-go.
Loaded Asada Fries
grilled skirt steak, mexican cheeses, salsa fresca, garlic ancho aioli, jalapenos
Ceviche Mixto Tostada
shrimp, fish, cilantro, lime, cucumber, avocado, jalapeno aioli, serrano chile
Queso Fundido
melted mexican cheese blend, chorizo, roasted poblano peppers, jalapeno, pico de gallo
Chips and Guacamole
avocados, cilantro, lime, jalapeno
Chipotle Caesar Salad
sundried tomato, garlic chips, parmesan garlic croutons, chipotle ceasar dressing
Chicken Tacos
achiote grilled chicken, avocado sauce, salsa fresca
Happy Hour Libations
House Wines by the Glass
Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon
Well Cocktails
House Vodka, Gin, Tequila, Rum, Whiskey
Berry Press
Raspberry Vodka, Sprite, Soda, Lime
Peach Mule
Vodka, Peach Liqueur, Lime, Fever Tree Ginger Beer
Select Draft Beers
Chasing Citra OIPA, Level Line, Orange Avenue Wit, Stella, Estrella Jalisco
The Lotus
Gin, Giffard Creme De Violette, Lemon, Soda
Shores Margarita
Tequila, Lime, House-made draft mix
FAQs
You can unwind on our open-air patio and savor a selection of beachside snacks and rejuvenating drinks.
This delightful experience is offered from 2 to 5 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, our Happy Hour.
Feel free to call us or drop us a line as we’d love to hear from you. Our friendly restaurant staff will help with your dining reservations and answer any questions about our seasonal menus, seating options, and hosting your special event.
Feel free to call us or drop us a line as we’d love to hear from you. Our friendly restaurant staff will help with your dining reservations and answer any questions about our seasonal menus, seating options, and hosting your special event.
Feel free to call us or drop us a line as we’d love to hear from you. Our friendly restaurant staff will help with your dining reservations and answer any questions about our seasonal menus, seating options, and hosting your special event.